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USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley

Bordeaux Blend

Producer Notes

Harlan Estate, owned by Bill Harlan, is located in the western hills of Oakville. Harlan is known for its commitment to creating a wine that is a California "First Growth," on par with those of the old world. The entire estate consists of 240 acres, including a homestead and plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Consulting oenologist Michel Rolland and...
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Opened about 45 minutes prior to drinking; bottle was not decanted. Color was a bright medium red. Nose appeared quite forward with hints of both red and black fruits. Definitely hints of vanilla from the wood but not overdone. On the palate, very well-balanced with fruit, tannin, and acid all in their places. Tannins still fairly pronounced but without any sharp edges. Plush fruit flavors ... this is a fairly elegant wine. Very enjoyable and a good fit for a steak dinner.

I bought an owc three pack at the vineyard last year and put it right in the cellar. Unfortunately this did not live up to my memories and it simply wasn't that great. Tight and slightly acid, ok fruit and an ok nose. This was nothing special and I was quite disappointed relative to what I remembered. That was first tasting of the day on that trip and I read my notes back to double check. Anyhow, this certainly isn't bad but for this bottle at least, it wasn't worth repeating at this price point. Perhaps it will improve with a bit more age.

I managed to hold off (almost) a year before drinking my second bottle. Very good wine. Lots going on here -- red fruit (strawberries and cherries), chocolate, and just a hint of olives. Still a bit tannic, but a nice long finish. It's going to take some willpower to hold off on drinking the last bottle.

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